This traveling exhibit features 13 panels that focus on how communities in Douglas County were populated. A variety of stories are included in the exhibit that was funded by...   details>>

“The Battle of Mine Creek: Border War Brutality” by Dr. Carl Graves, historian and educator   details>>

Astronomy Associates of Lawrence will have a monthly meeting in the Discovery Center classroom. If skies are clear enough, the scopes will be available starting about 8 p.m....   details>>

Shawnee County History Geek Series dates and topics: Jan 27-Chris Lovett on Eugenics and how Dr. Samuel Crumbine supported efforts to sterilize Women; Feb 10-Christine...   details>>

Take our Black History Month Challenge! How much do you know about Black History? Test your knowledge and win a prize. Answer all the questions on our challenge and...   details>>